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Are
you TalentBerry
gen?
Foreword
So you did it again. The last one I remember receiving at
TTT was your Training 101. Short, sweet and all
encompassing. In this day and age, nothing but short and
sweet would work, but who else would know this better
than YOU. Although I didn’t keep a tab on my score, but
yes, the questions were deep, brain-tickling and intuitive,
making you THINK about yourself and the world around
you.
What I especially liked was the relevance to both the
everyday ‘atom’ and ‘bit’ lives (to quote Jeff Jarvis of What
Would Google Do fame & Chris Anderson, the author of
The Long Tail and FREE). I am sure, it will strike a chord in
people who didn’t know where suddenly the world was
moving (read running) towards!
Keep up the great work, Farhad. God Bless You.
Nuruddin Abjani (CEO - TYRE SALES CORPORATION)
Are you TalentBerry gena thought igniting and provocative nugget?
What are you reading?
This is a witty, fun fulfilled, mind boggling, rib tickling
(depending on your sense of humor) e-book, with a
serious and rude awakening.
It is a small step towards describing the kind of people we
have, or need to have, as we attempt to survive in the 21st
century… leave alone enter the 22nd century. It explains
‘Talented People ‘in 50 exciting and subtle ways!
It is a crazy world. Confusion tops any other state of
‘being’. We want to work but we want to be with family.
We say we are passionate about what we do but then have
facebook updates that say “TGIF’ or ‘OMGIM’. Get clarity !!
To add some life and excitement to your reading , I have
created a scoring mechanism as well. Go ahead, try
understanding what the statements mean and how much
of it best describes you. It is non – scientific but
interesting.
At the end it is not about what you scored but how
provoked you felt…
Enjoy!
Are you TalentBerry gena thought igniting and provocative nugget?
03
•This book has nothing directly to do with the brand
BlackBerry.. Or for that matter nothing even indirectly!
•It has nothing to do with mobile phones or
cellular/telecom providers
•The word TalentBerry is casually used to explain the
modern, truly talented, fast paced and amazingly
connected and networked individuals. This to me are
very Blackberry features
•If you do not know terms and acronyms used in this
book: a) It just shows how networked and updated a
professional you are; and b) Go learn! Don’t ask me or
think you are fit for modern world by giving yourself
high scores!!
•I am not rude …just too ignited!
Disclaimer
Are you TalentBerry gena thought igniting and provocative nugget?
Are you a TalentBerry gen?
Think and be honest. If you do not understand
the statement then ‘Strongly Disagree’ with it as
opposed to giving yourself an ego boost and
saying “Strongly Agree’
Are you TalentBerry gena thought igniting and provocative nugget?
05
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
For work life balance I must
focus on quality and not
quantity
04
50 Statements
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a thought igniting and provocative nugget?
07
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I am known to be bold,
confident and self demanding
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
There is no significant
excitement in looking forward
to a weekend
Are you TalentBerry gena thought igniting and provocative nugget? Are you TalentBerry gen
a thought igniting and provocative nugget?
09
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I am eager to learn about
business & make it a personal
agenda to learn beyond
organizational silos
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
When the time comes, i am
able to take tough decisions
that may overwhelm many
people
Are you TalentBerry gena thought igniting and provocative nugget? Are you TalentBerry gen
a thought igniting and provocative nugget?
11
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I can link usage of technology
to personal and professional
efficiency
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I use technology comfortably
and upgrade regularly.
Are you TalentBerry gena thought igniting and provocative nugget? Are you TalentBerry gen
a thought igniting and provocative nugget?
13
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I understand the difference
between strategy and plan
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I can easily differentiate
between work and career
Are you TalentBerry gena thought igniting and provocative nugget? Are you TalentBerry gen
a thought igniting and provocative nugget?
15
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I spend atleast 3 hours/week on
social media marketing sites
like facebook, twitter, linkedin,
naymz, plaxo, myspace, etc
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I have no apprehensions in
thinking out loud
Are you TalentBerry gena thought igniting and provocative nugget? Are you TalentBerry gen
a thought igniting and provocative nugget?
17
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
People consider me as an ‘out
of box’ thinker that values ‘in
the box’ too
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
Health is a subject of interest
and I ensure I eat right, sleep
right and workout right
Are you TalentBerry gena thought igniting and provocative nugget? Are you TalentBerry gen
a thought igniting and provocative nugget?
19
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I keep learning and discovering
self through reflection
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I am aware of my own
principles & values and its
effect on environment
Are you TalentBerry gena thought igniting and provocative nugget? Are you TalentBerry gen
a thought igniting and provocative nugget?
21
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I have a role model for
different behaviors and
enhance my own personality
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I respect diversity, tolerate
differences and am able to
perform as a team player
Are you TalentBerry gena thought igniting and provocative nugget? Are you TalentBerry gen
a thought igniting and provocative nugget?
23
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I am a coach and have a coach
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
If people follow up with me
then it is my personal failure
Are you TalentBerry gena thought igniting and provocative nugget? Are you TalentBerry gen
a thought igniting and provocative nugget?
25
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
My mobile/cell is a smartphone
and data like calendar and
contacts are synchronized to
my laptop. (Blackberry users: In
addition to above, have a list of
over 50 contacts in BB msngr).
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I believe ‘No’ is a word that is
purely to be used at my
discretion
Are you TalentBerry gena thought igniting and provocative nugget? Are you TalentBerry gen
a thought igniting and provocative nugget?
27
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
Personally i avoid the company
of losers because, as the saying
goes, ‘if you stay down with
dogs you get up with fleas’
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
Reading is a habit & I like to
keep myself updated with
latest developments in own
field
Are you TalentBerry gena thought igniting and provocative nugget? Are you TalentBerry gen
a thought igniting and provocative nugget?
29
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I have the ability to find
method in madness
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I am a super star but believe
that others are also no less
Are you TalentBerry gena thought igniting and provocative nugget? Are you TalentBerry gen
a thought igniting and provocative nugget?
31
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I understand my personal
brand image & positioning
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I believe knowledge is not to be
flaunted unless it is a deliberate
strategy to impress
Are you TalentBerry gena thought igniting and provocative nugget? Are you TalentBerry gen
a thought igniting and provocative nugget?
33
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
At least 50 sites open when
searched for my name on the
web
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I manage myself like a product
& act like a brand manager
Are you TalentBerry gena thought igniting and provocative nugget? Are you TalentBerry gen
a thought igniting and provocative nugget?
35
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I am open to criticism and can
filter feedback
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I understand and know how to
take positive feedback
Are you TalentBerry gena thought igniting and provocative nugget? Are you TalentBerry gen
a thought igniting and provocative nugget?
37
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
It is vital that people around
me are empowered & that they
are provided space for
development
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I enjoy power but I am not a
power freak
Are you TalentBerry gena thought igniting and provocative nugget? Are you TalentBerry gen
a thought igniting and provocative nugget?
39
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I practice and use story telling,
analogies and metaphors to
inspire people
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I use humor effectively without
hurting anyone else’s feelings
Are you TalentBerry gena thought igniting and provocative nugget? Are you TalentBerry gen
a thought igniting and provocative nugget?
41
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I blame nobody and consider
excuses as a way of delaying
solution
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I commit to things as if I am
solely responsible :
“solo-utionist!”
Are you TalentBerry gena thought igniting and provocative nugget? Are you TalentBerry gen
a thought igniting and provocative nugget?
43
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I understand the need to work
with people in my company
irrespective of status or
function
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I realize I need to consistently
work on my communication
skills
Are you TalentBerry gena thought igniting and provocative nugget? Are you TalentBerry gen
a thought igniting and provocative nugget?
45
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I look for potential in a
problem and not problem with
the potential
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I may be classified as positive
or negative but in reality I am a
painful optimist
Are you TalentBerry gena thought igniting and provocative nugget? Are you TalentBerry gen
a thought igniting and provocative nugget?
47
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I have a vision that has a
greater level of goodness for all
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I leave a magical spell over
people I meet – if and when I
want
Are you TalentBerry gena thought igniting and provocative nugget? Are you TalentBerry gen
a thought igniting and provocative nugget?
49
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I am accessible
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I am bone honest
Are you TalentBerry gena thought igniting and provocative nugget? Are you TalentBerry gen
a thought igniting and provocative nugget?
51
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I do not allow other people’s
negativity or bad mood to rub
off on me
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I am access able
Are you TalentBerry gena thought igniting and provocative nugget?
52
Are you TalentBerry gena thought igniting and provocative nugget?
53
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I am able to separate logic from
emotion and converge them
too
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I know the importance of
emotional intelligence and
understand that ‘Hard is soft
soft is hard’
Are you TalentBerry gena thought igniting and provocative nugget?
54
1 strongly disagree 5 strongly agree
I Am A Challenge To Myself
And Much To My Desire,
Would Hate To Have To
Manage Someone Like Myself
Are you TalentBerry gena thought igniting and provocative nugget?
This is not a scientific test. The main objective is for you to learn about the points that will make you ‘fit’ to not only survive but excel in a very different environment demanding ,a very different set of behaviors
225 - 250: TB Gen! You are ‘one hell of an individual’ and this test has probably just given you an ego boost. You can be a very painful yet supportive team player. Unpredictable and too smart sometimes for others. However, you are also able to generate respect from people because of your wittiness and redefined professionalism. Look at what areas you scored comparatively low in since that will affect your relationships and increase frustration in you and others.
175 – 224: TB Border. You have some good TalentBerry aligned habits and some slightly off. Go back and see where you scored less than three and fix it ASAP. Having said this you are well on your way to success. Persevere!
125 – 174: TB duh! Too confused, especially if most of your answers are a 3. Be clear. Reflect on your attitude, behavior and mindset. Go read the whole book again
75 – 125: TB Pity: Read the book “Who moved my cheese?” by Dr. Spencer Johnson. Your cheese has moved and you are probably finding solace by mixing with like minded mediocre players!
50 – 74: have you ever used a smart phone?! You are lucky you have a job. Do something and get into action… YESTERDAY!
What your scores mean?
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Total Score
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Farhad Karamally is an international management consultant and a social entrepreneur working in the capacities of CEO/Founding Director, Navitus; Director, Stimulus; and Partner, Tangerine Media.
Farhad is amongst the prominent management practitioners in Pakistan and brings with him fourteen years of local & international experience as a practitioner of ‘Appreciative Inquiry’ philosophy, in his much renowned ‘FunShops’. His ability to relate with people from diverse backgrounds & occupations is his core strength.
As a leading inspirational speaker and change catalyst he specializes in unleashing human genius through Leadership, Creativity & Change Management Funshops. His uncanny intuitive capacity helps him recognize team dynamics & build synergies. This has made him a sought after trainer for ‘Teambuilding’ programs. Farhad has been instrumental in helping organizations come to terms with organizational changes like right-sizing, business process reengineering, mergers and acquisitions. His innovative approach & high personal competence encourages people to not only accept change, but also to excel in it.
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Farhad F. Karamally